Join the discussion at 2 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) on #TroopTalkLive

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Scouting America regularly refreshes merit badges and advancement resources to keep pace with the latest trends. Get an update at 2 p.m. CST tomorrow on #TroopTalkLive to learn what’s new, what’s coming soon and how data shapes these decisions. In this episode airing live on Facebook, learn how Scouting America uses:

  • Youth feedback
  • National survey data
  • Program effectiveness metrics
  • Industry and educational trends and more

Scouts BSA volunteers Lisa Balbes and Arden Dougan will be joined by Aaron Derr, Scouting America’s director of editorial projects. They will cover advancement resources and offer updates to merit badges requirements, including Personal Fitness, Safety and Wilderness Survival.

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About Darrin Scheid 21 Articles
Darrin Scheid is Senior Editor at Scouting America.